Irish National Stud & Gardens: Located in Tully near Kildare Town, this world-renowned stud farm is a hub of Ireland’s horse breeding industry. Visitors can expect exhibits on Ireland’s peatlands, a reconstructed Bronze Age dwelling, and a biodiversity trail with rare species. Kildare Village: A luxury outlet shopping destination in Kildare Town, featuring over 100 designer brands at discounted prices. Kildare is Ireland’s eighth smallest county by size (1,694 square km) and seventh largest by population (247,774). In terms of hospitality, Kildare is Ireland’s 15th most visited tourist county with around 168,000 international visitors per year.